CENTURY 21 First Story Real Estate Company
316 Williams StTallahassee, FL 32303
CENTURY 21 First Story Real Estate Company
316 Williams StTallahassee, FL 32303
Customer Testimonials
"If you need to get the job done right, call Debbie!"
Steve Adkins, Newnan GA (Seller) Sat, 02 May 2020 01:28:37 +1000
"Lance was very professional and very patient with me. He walked me through digital signing with much patience.
He kept me informed and I will recommend Lance Ball to anyone buyin or selling reale state in that area."
Rose Cooper, Orlando, FL (Seller) Tue, 28 Apr 2020 02:03:16 +1000
"Lance was great throughout the process, he answered questions quickly and handled everything well. Would recommend again"
Yosvanny R (Buyer) Fri, 10 Apr 2020 21:37:06 +1000
"My communications with Stephen stretched over nearly 7 months. He would periodically call to check in with me. He clearly understood how I felt about moving to Tallahassee and the good things it would do in my personal life.
I would urge anyone to use Stephen as their agent. I'd say, in my past experiences, that Stephen is absolutely top-notch. His professionalism is superior and he doesn't hesitate to go the extra mile for the client.
If anyone wants an agent who will stick with them through all the ups and downs, Stephen Michalakos is your man!"
Frederick Lucies, now in Tallahassee (Buyer) Thu, 19 Mar 2020 05:46:27 +1000
"Hollie Myers had the best knowledge of the local area that helped us choose the right house. She was extremely patient over the course of our search. She was always available for communicating with us and always kept us well informed.
I cannot recommend Hollie enough. She is the best!"
Robert P., Tallahassee (Buyer) Wed, 11 Mar 2020 03:41:01 +1000
"Hollie was very friendly, professional, and knowledgeable in all aspects of the housing market here in Tallahassee. She made the process easier, and handled all issues that came up quickly."
Thomas White, Tallahassee (Buyer) Sat, 07 Mar 2020 03:40:33 +1000
"Sue was fantastic and helped us out every step of the way. She was knowledgeable of the area and very patient with our out of state relocation. I would highly recommend Sue and I would use Sue again!!!"
Jeff Braunwart, Crawfordville FL (Buyer) Thu, 05 Mar 2020 05:34:06 +1000
"Hollie Myers was great to work with! She was very knowledgeable and guided us through the processes with ease. I'd recommend Hollie if your looking for a local expert that understands school districts and the Tallahassee housing market."
Kody, Tallahassee (Buyer) Wed, 04 Mar 2020 05:00:36 +1000
"Stephen was great to work with. He kept us informed while we were out of town and made sure the property sold quickly."
Trey Payne, Tallahassee (Seller) Tue, 03 Mar 2020 10:24:27 +1000
"I highly recommend Stephen to all my family and friends. He has done an excellent job in selling our properties and purchasing properties. He always returns phone calls promptly and I highly recommend him to anyone who’s interested in the Leon and Wakulla County area. Stephen is a very competent young man."
Suzette Bragg, Crawfordville (Seller) Fri, 07 Feb 2020 06:34:54 +1000
"Through this process lance was there every step. When an issue came up he was quick to do whatever needed to be done . He has a very patient and helpful personality. I already have recommended him to my friend who is starting the process. He is a very good asset to your company and knows what hes doing...thanks lance for all your patience and help sincerely rae lynn"
Rae Lynn Greenville FL (Buyer) Wed, 18 Dec 2019 06:46:13 +1000
"He was a pleasure to work with. He was a tremendous help with problems that arose with our property."
Gina Z Sarasota (Seller) Tue, 19 Nov 2019 11:40:32 +1000
"Stephen was extremely helpful, knowledgeable, professional and took the time to listen to exactly what I was looking for. We looked at many properties prior to the one I bought. He took to time to give me his opinion that was based more on my needs than his. I would highly recommend Stephen to anyone for any Real estate needs. He was always willing to go the extra mile and I completely and totally feel he genuinely cared about my needs and requirements over his commission. And I would exclusively use Stephen for any and all my real estate needs in the future."
Dwayne Meyer, Tallahasse. (Buyer) Mon, 30 Sep 2019 19:53:58 +1000
"Because of Lance Ball I am officially a home owner. Not too many people you can trust but he was very honest trustworthy and attentive helping me with the buying process I would definitely recommend him to anyone just starting out and looking for a new home to purchase."
Sylvia Thornton (Buyer) Fri, 20 Sep 2019 21:56:29 +1000
"Tom was great to work with and I would absolutely use him again and recommend him to friends and family"
Jamie Beech (Buyer) Wed, 18 Sep 2019 03:28:46 +1000
"Stephen was incredibly patient and helpful during and after our process. Even when our needs changed and it took several months to make a purchase Stephen was there with advise and suggestions throughout. He is very professional and helpful. I would highly recommend his services to anyone."
Alex Dew, Pensacola (Buyer) Sat, 14 Sep 2019 06:25:41 +1000
"my Fiancé and I were so pleased with this experience we made a testimonial video for Stephen. He was always flexible and on time. He knew what we wanted/needed better than we did by talking to us once. He had great ideas on this we could do with houses. Stephen set up an entire weekend of houses for us and all we had to do was show up and one of those houses is the house we bought. Stephen is very knowledgeable never didn’t have an answer for us. 10 out of 10 would recommend!!"
Brittany Layne, Tallahassee FL (Buyer) Tue, 06 Aug 2019 10:56:31 +1000
"I selected Hollie as a broker because I immediately had confidence that she was completely professional and someone I could trust with such an important decision and transaction based on her experience and way of conducting business. I’m so pleased with my experience that I will be sure to recommend Hollie to colleagues and friends."
Tallahassee Home Buyer (Buyer) Mon, 15 Jul 2019 23:24:23 +1000
"Debbie Kirkland is a true Pro
In every area of home sales"
Dale Rhoads. Tallahassee FL (Buyer) Sun, 30 Jun 2019 23:37:56 +1000
"Lance did exceptionally well with the handling of my property. Wish I could use him when I buy my next property."
Sheena Hodge, Tallahassee, FL. (Seller) Thu, 13 Jun 2019 12:54:52 +1000
"Hollie was absolutely incredible to work with! As a first time home buyer, I wasn’t exactly sure what I was walking into and Hollie was fantastic about explaining everything along the way in great detail. She was quick to understand what I was looking for and went straight to work lining up showings and taking me all around town to look at different places. She was prompt in getting listings that she knew I would like and was very flexible in meeting me at various hours and on different days! If you are looking for someone knowledgeable about the area, the market, the home buying process and is also just a great person, I highly recommend Hollie for your home buying or selling needs"
Ashley, Tallahassee (Buyer) Tue, 04 Jun 2019 03:39:46 +1000
"As a first time homebuyer; Stephen was very helpful in assisting me navigating this process and was always a quick call or text away whenever I had a question regardless of the time of day. Stephen was always flexible and I definitely recommend him as an agent if you're looking to buy a property."
John M. Tallahassee (Buyer) Sun, 26 May 2019 08:53:43 +1000
"Lance was phenomenal! Lane listen to us he never thought any of our questions were unnecessary, he took the time to explain the entire process to us. He always had our back, he always made sure that we would be in treated fairly throughout the transaction. Lance advocated for us throughout the entire process and made sure that the deal was fair."
The Lucas family (Seller) Sun, 12 May 2019 00:56:54 +1000
"Very satisfied with our experience. Would recommend Debbie to others seeking to sell a home. We needed to sell our home in a hurry and Debbie represented us to ensure we achieved fair value for our home."
Bob Wilson, Dallas, Texas (Seller) Fri, 26 Apr 2019 07:33:08 +1000
"He was a breath of fresh air. He handled 2 deals like a 30 year vet. Your lucky to have him representing your business. He's a winner plain and simple. He's gonna do big things.
I've done a few deals in my life, Lance was by far the best ive worked with. Not only is he good at his job, but he's a good man. Because of Lance overall, I woulddefinetly use your establishment again."
Derek Phillip's crawfordsville fl (Buyer) Thu, 25 Apr 2019 04:34:11 +1000
"We are very happy that we chose to use Lance Ball to sell our house. We've had other realtors in the past, but Lance Ball was able to get the job done in a timely manner. He is very respectful, trustworthy, and professional. We felt so confident in him that we also used him to help us find our current home. He helped make the process go as smooth as possible for us. He takes his time to make sure that your needs are met, and he is very knowledgeable about his profession. We definitely recommend using him for your real estate needs."
Jennifer Phillips, Crawfordville Florida (Seller) Mon, 15 Apr 2019 03:38:16 +1000
"Lance Ball has a wonderful personality and immediately felt like a trusted family member who would keep my interest at heart He does his homework and knows his market. Within an hour he had an offer for my property, which sold within a day or two and closed with two weeks. What is that but proficiency? If ever the need arises for me to select another realtor, I will call Lance Ball and recommend him to anyone who seeks the competency and professionalism."
Vivian Hobbs, Tallahassee (Seller) Thu, 21 Feb 2019 11:39:03 +1000
"Debbie Kirkland is the best. I would only use her, and would strongly suggest to anyone that they should contact Debbie if they were thinking about selling or buying.
Thank you SO much Debbie for guiding us through selling our old house and buying our new one. We were confident enough to just let Debbie make all the decisions and just get out of her way."
Terry In Tallahassee (Seller) Sun, 10 Feb 2019 10:44:31 +1000
"Thank you so much for all of your support and hard work Debbie Kirkland, I appreciate you and all you did for my family."
Heidi Dorsey Crawfordville. Florida (Buyer) Thu, 24 Jan 2019 06:57:33 +1000
"Stephen was a good fit from the start. He sought out properties and accommodated the fact that we were a long distance buyer with vigor He made good use of our time when we would come to view properties. He was prompt and timely with responses to inquiries and very respectful."
Van and Lanae Weaver (Buyer) Sat, 08 Dec 2018 06:41:47 +1000
"Lance Ball listened and then acted on his good information. He actually listened and understood our priorities. It seems like a small thing,but having been through the process before and with others, I can assure you that few people are interested in listening well. Cudos! Mr Ball!!! One great job!"
Russ Campbell (Buyer) Sat, 08 Dec 2018 00:38:55 +1000
"Stephen was the 100% professional at all times, considerate, and attentive to my needs and preferences."
Scheri Martin, Tallahassee,FL (Seller) Fri, 07 Dec 2018 11:06:21 +1000
"Hollie Myers is fantastic. I recommend her to buyer and seller. My wife and I would use nobody else.
Hollie Myers is always available, punctual, on our side, aggressive, and enthusiastic about completing the sale. She gives good advice and patiently walks us through the whole process. Very smooth and professional selling
Got a good price pretty quickly in a difficult market. Great work"
Tim Roberts, Tallahassee (Seller) Wed, 05 Dec 2018 22:46:24 +1000
"Debbie was excellent -- easy to work with, responsive, and knowledgeable about the local real estate market. I would recommend her to anyone."
Carlyle Cromer, Tallahassee (Buyer) Fri, 30 Nov 2018 02:21:46 +1000
"Tom Hutchinson was extremely helpful and professional. He listened to my needs and concerns and assembled a fantastic list of homes to visit. He was very responsive to all communication throughout the process and made the home search, selection, and purchase easy. I would gladly recommend him to others searching for a home."
Travis Franklin (Buyer) Thu, 29 Nov 2018 12:14:12 +1000
"Stephen was professional polite courteous return my calls quickly and efficiently answer all my questions was great to work with I look forward to working with them again in the future"
Dwayne Meyer, Tallahassee (Buyer) Sat, 24 Nov 2018 13:27:16 +1000
"I needed a quick purchase and quick closing. Debbie handled finding the property, introduction to a lender that could meet our expectations, and saw it through to the closing. She is an expert, trustworthy and clearly communicates expectations so there are no surprises. The best in the business."
Eleanor Tallahassee, FL (Buyer) Tue, 06 Nov 2018 03:10:10 +1000
"Stephen Michalakos was new to the business and just recently hired. I wanted to give him a little help getting started. I was in the market for both selling my place and purchasing another. I knew what I wanted/needed. Stephen listened and was good as gold in his efforts to help me find a new place. He is very professional, attentive, and supportive. I knew what I wanted. He helped me find it. Stephen cares about his clients. He is a people person and it showed in his every attention to detail."
Scheri M, Tallahassee, FL (Buyer) Sun, 04 Nov 2018 11:24:59 +1000
"I was out of state during the whole process and Tom did a great job of working with me and keeping me in the loop. He was very responsive and addressed all of my concerns. Tom made feel like everything was in hand while I wasn't there to deal with everything myself."
Dawn Lawrence, Tallahassee (Buyer) Fri, 05 Oct 2018 20:36:59 +1000
"Tom Hutchinson did an amazing job with the sale of my home. He was very patient and a great help."
Danielle Guy, Houston, TX (Seller) Wed, 12 Sep 2018 05:56:04 +1000
"Tom has fantastic knowledge of the Tallahassee area and great relationships with other brokers in town, something that helped me find the right place and get a great deal."
Stephanie, Tallahassee (Buyer) Fri, 31 Aug 2018 03:56:54 +1000
"Tom ensure that our house was prepared for a quick sale and was able to help us sell it quickly close to our asking price. He also helped us find a perfect home within a short turnaround time. Tom was attentive and very knowledgeable."
Jessica Faison; Panacea, FL (Buyer) Mon, 27 Aug 2018 21:05:32 +1000
"The thought of being burdened with the sale of my father's house was causing me to procrastinate and put off the inevitable. Debra and her team made this task such a simple and quick process. And in the end, I was able to get more out of the house after closing then I would have if I had sold the house myself."
Dudley Brewton, Tallahassee (Seller) Wed, 08 Aug 2018 04:05:23 +1000
"Tom was flexible and understanding of our needs. Our home was a tough sell, but we came out in the green in a timely manner."
Stephen English, Tallahassee (Seller) Thu, 26 Jul 2018 04:35:56 +1000
"Debra Kirkland knows how to market rural property. She is always accessible and follows through on every little detail. We would highly recommend her to our family and friends."
Gary Snipes Wacissa Fl (Seller) Wed, 25 Jul 2018 21:53:28 +1000
"Hollie contacted my wife and I when we expressed interest in a property through the Realtor app. She was very patient and accommodating as we planned our move from out of town. She showed us properties that matched our needs, and she was helpful in finding local vendors for other services. Her knowledge of the area and industry contacts were valuable."
Mike Pierce, Tallahassee (Buyer) Tue, 24 Jul 2018 01:14:04 +1000
"Deb Kirkland, Lance Ball, and Hollie Myers made buying my house an easy an
easy experience. There are a lot of little details to keep track of during this
process and they made it work. I have bought homes over the years and
have a pretty good understanding what it takes to get it done and they never
missed a beat. I will use them again when it is time for me to sell."
Mike Beaudoin, Crawfordville, Fl (Buyer) Fri, 20 Jul 2018 00:22:06 +1000
"Very honest person for goods and bad is what I love thanks"
Robert (Seller) Tue, 03 Jul 2018 12:21:30 +1000
"When I decided to purchase a home and sell my home almost simultaneously, I knew Debbie was the committed professional that would see me through this process.
The technology utilized by Debbie and her team assured me that my property was being marketed the very best it could be. The short time it took to sell is a testament to Debbie's strategic marketing insight.
A phenomenal professional. Communicated through the entire process to ensure I had the details I needed. The process was seamless because of Debbie's attention to detail. I felt like I was her only customer because she was so attentive. Will use her again and would certainly recommend her to anyone looking to buy or sell."
Eleanor Warmack, Tallahassee (Seller) Tue, 03 Jul 2018 04:52:30 +1000
"He stayed focus and on top of things. We appreciate it."
Victoria Johnson, Tallahassee (Buyer) Fri, 29 Jun 2018 01:05:41 +1000
"Hollie helped us from day 1 of our home buying experience.she guided us throughout the process and she never gave up on us.."
Fatima espiritu (Buyer) Thu, 28 Jun 2018 04:07:31 +1000
"As a single mother of 3, going through the process of owning a home was really scary to say the least. Tom Hutchinson reassured me that he can assist me in owning my dream home. I never thought the process would be this easy but with Tom Hutchinson, he made everything smooth sailing even when things looked like it would fail. Tom's patient demeanor helped me stay calm though the process and I appreciate him in everything we accomplished in the end. I AM A HOMEOWNER NOW BECAUSE OF TOM HUTCHINSON!"
Kawanna (Buyer) Sat, 09 Jun 2018 03:02:04 +1000
"My expectations were met and I was very satisfied, as was my sister who purchased a home from Debbie a couple of months ago."
Rena Bryant from NYC (Buyer) Tue, 29 May 2018 15:03:37 +1000
"Boaks 121 Monroe Tallahassee"
above (Buyer) Thu, 17 May 2018 11:53:10 +1000
"Tom Hutchinson did an incredible job. He sold our house in a matter of days above asking price. The process after the sale up to closing was smooth. Tom was always responsive when we reached out with questions. A homeowner looking to sell their home cannot ask for much more."
Kenny and Erin Miller, Tallahassee, FL (Seller) Sat, 12 May 2018 11:08:53 +1000
"Debbie went above and beyond to ensure that I was happy with my home purchases. She worked hard regardless of the time or day of the week. Because I do not live in Florida, she extended her time and services, even during her off times. That was much appreciated. I am also impressed with her knowledge of the Tallahassee area. I would truly recommend Debbie to family members or friends looking to buy or sell a home."
Rena Bryant from NYC (Buyer) Mon, 07 May 2018 11:38:24 +1000
"It was a pleasure to work with Ms. Kirkland. We found her professional, courteous, and knowledgeable. She was always willing to answer our questions and helped deal with any issues that came up. I would use her again for sure."
Christian and Shauna Winterbottom (Seller) Mon, 23 Apr 2018 06:49:07 +1000
"We lived in Tallahassee from 1997 to 2000. We had two property transactions with realtors Kevin Davis and Reagan Hobbs. When we told Kevin we were considering buying the condo at the Cloisters, and Debbie Kirkland was the transaction broker, he assured us we were in the very best of hands.
We could not have been more pleased with the entire process."
Kevin Christopher (Buyer) Mon, 26 Feb 2018 13:06:43 +1000
"Lance is quick to respond and very knowledgeable of what he showed us. If we had questions, he was diligent in finding the answer. He and his office are very easy to work with at all times.
I will refer Lance too all people I know who are looking for a home. I have already started.
Lance and First Story Real Estate were very easy. I wish my bank was as easy to communicate with.
Excellent !
The office made it very easy for me. Hollie was a great help. I hope I got her name right. She made things understandable for me. I thank her for that."
Jack Pittelkow, Tallahassee, Fl. (Buyer) Thu, 22 Feb 2018 12:38:36 +1000
"Lance took phone calls late at night. He drove me to all of the houses I looked at for over five (5) months. He is a humble, knowledgeable, professional, and the most considerate person I have ever met. He is patient, kind and has a great sense of humor. He gets to know you and that is the most important thing he does; appreciates the client like I am doing him a favor. He has the psychological factor down pat! Everyone should get to know him; what a pleasure it was to have him ease me through the whole process! Thank you Mr. Realtor extraordinaire; he is Lance Ball!"
Katherine Henderson, Tallahassee, FL (Buyer) Tue, 20 Feb 2018 13:05:01 +1000
"Tom did a fantastic job helping me purchase my first investment property. I have always heard how long and arduous the process of buying real estate can be. Not in my case! My experience with Tom was wonderful and hassle-free. I never felt unsure of what I was looking at or getting myself into. Tom always shared his opinions on anything I inquired about, which was not only helpful and informative, but it boosted my confidence because I had someone who could answer any questions I had. Tom always met timely deadlines with professional care, and in addition, made sure that I had finished everything that I needed to have completed as well. Probably the easiest process I've ever been through. Thanks Tom!"
Gregory Smith, Tallahassee (Buyer) Tue, 06 Feb 2018 05:17:04 +1000
"I have known Debra Kirkland for many, many years and she is very knowledgeable in the local real estate market. This was a difficult property to sell and she did a great job.
I have already recommended Debra to others and will continue to do so. She and her staff are very helpful."
Barbara Withers, Alligator Point & Tallahassee Florida (Seller) Mon, 05 Feb 2018 12:47:14 +1000
"Dealing with Lance was like that of a trusted friend and family member."
Mike and Linda Fratine (Buyer) Wed, 03 Jan 2018 05:42:25 +1000
"Hollie did an excellent job addressing my needs and getting me the house I wanted at the price I wanted. I would recommend her services to anyone."
Cole Gridley, Tallahassee (Buyer) Thu, 09 Nov 2017 04:15:42 +1000
"Tom was wonderful. He's been responsive to every request over the last year as I've looked at every option possible. From foreclosures, to good in town deals, to vacant land, to the perfect location he's ridden this roller coaster with myself and my family and I'm very appreciative of his work."
Hallie Bowns (Buyer) Thu, 14 Sep 2017 04:01:33 +1000
"Buying a house is stressful but when you have a awesome agent like Tom Hutchinson makes is much better. Tom went above and beyond to help us get our deam home. Thank you Tom we love our home."
Stormy Harmon, Chattahoochee FL (Buyer) Thu, 03 Aug 2017 23:54:43 +1000
"We felt very comfortable dealing with Tom Hutchinson in our new home search in Tallahassee. He was not pushy and understood our requirements for hopefully
our last home. If we had questions about a certain property, he always responded quickly and we very much appreciated his rapid response."
Rodney Keener Tallahaassee, FL (Buyer) Thu, 27 Jul 2017 06:42:28 +1000
"We are new to the area and called Tom cold. He was invaluable in helping us select the right home that met all of our needs.
We had problems managing a closing from Tennessee but he helped us through the process.
Felt like he wanted to know what our priorities were in finding a home in a new city and he used our priorities and his local knowledge to help us find the right home within our budget."
Britton Bishop, Maryville, TN (Buyer) Mon, 24 Jul 2017 04:11:00 +1000
"As a first time home buyer I had a lot of questions about how the whole process works and Tom was right there to answer my questions day or night. He could be reached by phone, text, or email long into the night. I would recommend Tom to both friends and family looking for a home in the Tallahassee area without a second thought"
David, Tallahassee (Buyer) Fri, 23 Jun 2017 05:51:15 +1000
"Debbie Kirkland,
I would like to express my deepest gratitude for the speedy, efficient, and deliberate approach you took for the sale of my home at 664 Riggins Road. For your outstanding professional assistance, I am truly blessed.
Sincerely,
Manuel E. Daniels"
Manuel Daniels, Goochland, VA (Seller) Sat, 17 Jun 2017 05:51:02 +1000
"Tom Hutchinson was attentive to me. He replied quickly day, night, and weekend to any concerns I had. I had tried to inquiry about the property with 2 other agents that didn't even respond to my inquiries and I gave up- a few months later I came across the same property with Tom's site and now the deals all done! Good customer service!"
Brian S (Buyer) Wed, 08 Mar 2017 11:38:43 +1000
"Took longer to sale than I had hoped for and for less money but Tom did a good job and was always accessible."
Robert Freeman (Seller) Mon, 23 Jan 2017 01:55:42 +1000
"Tom was informed and very easy to work with.
Rosemarie Thomas
967 Parkview Dr, Tallahassee"
Rosemarie Thomas Tallahassee Fl (Buyer) Fri, 13 Jan 2017 16:09:23 +1000
"Tom Hutchinson is an awesome realtor & great to work with. He grew up in the are which was very helpful coming in from out of town!"
louis cordero, lake worth , Fl (Buyer) Thu, 12 Jan 2017 05:31:39 +1000
"This is the second property that Debbie sold for us this year - thanks for your excellent results - in both cases we walked out of the driveway with more money than our bottom line number!"
Pierce and Mario, Tallahassee (Seller) Sat, 17 Dec 2016 01:28:58 +1000
"Debbie Kirkland is the ultimate professional. She is extremely knowledgeable and very dedicated to her clients. She did an outstanding job selling this tenant occupied property. I highly recommend Debbie and Century 21 First Story Real Estate."